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Suggest Treatment For Foot Pain

I fell today and hurt my left foot. Went to and urgent care and there are no broken or fractured bones. They say it s an injury (strain or sprain) to the ligament because of where it is located. On top of my foot close to the outside ankle. I am walking with crutches because it hurts to wear weight down on it. I am resting with it up and putting on cold compresses. How long do you think this will take to feel better and is there anything else I can do to speed up the healing process?????
Mon, 11 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have foot pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like achilles tendinitis , bursitis , corns and calluses , diabetic neuropathy , goutP , plantar fasciitis , rheumatoid arthritis or tendinitis . I would suggest you to put your foot in hot water tub with epsom salt in it for 15 minutes daily , do gentle massage with sesame oil and take ibuprofne or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like CT scan , MRI along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory along with recommend physical therapy . Doctor may also refer you to podiatrist .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Foot Pain

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have foot pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like achilles tendinitis , bursitis , corns and calluses , diabetic neuropathy , goutP , plantar fasciitis , rheumatoid arthritis or tendinitis . I would suggest you to put your foot in hot water tub with epsom salt in it for 15 minutes daily , do gentle massage with sesame oil and take ibuprofne or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like CT scan , MRI along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory along with recommend physical therapy . Doctor may also refer you to podiatrist . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari